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We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Gary was on time very knowlegable and went far beyond what I was expecting."
Dan g on February 2023
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Gary was on time very knowlegable and went far beyond what I was expecting."
Dan g on February 2023
New-Gen Trucking and Excavation LLC was founded in 2020; it is a first generation company seeking to strive with quality and professional work. With years of excavation, utility, and concrete work in the founder's background, we stand behind our work to provide the best finish product possible. As a family-owned business, we continue to grow a name for our business here in the NW, making customer satisfaction our number one goal. We're fully licensed, insured, and bonded for your peace of mind and protection. No job is too big or too small for us - we'll tackle anything and take pride in not turning customers away. Give us a call for a free estimate.
"They are great to work with and we will be working with them again soon."
Brian T on July 2023
New-Gen Trucking and Excavation LLC was founded in 2020; it is a first generation company seeking to strive with quality and professional work. With years of excavation, utility, and concrete work in the founder's background, we stand behind our work to provide the best finish product possible. As a family-owned business, we continue to grow a name for our business here in the NW, making customer satisfaction our number one goal. We're fully licensed, insured, and bonded for your peace of mind and protection. No job is too big or too small for us - we'll tackle anything and take pride in not turning customers away. Give us a call for a free estimate.
"They are great to work with and we will be working with them again soon."
Brian T on July 2023
North Creek Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Dave and I discussed the project for a pad for a greenhouse. The work was done quickly and at the quoted price. I will use North Creek again."
Ross Y on April 2025
North Creek Construction, LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Dave and I discussed the project for a pad for a greenhouse. The work was done quickly and at the quoted price. I will use North Creek again."
Ross Y on April 2025
Dirt Road Excavation & Debris, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Have put cards at local gathering place, recommendation on Nextdoor for Nehalem Valley. Daniel "takes care of business" in the best sense of the phrase. He is welcome on our property anytime."
Diane J on February 2025
Dirt Road Excavation & Debris, proudly serves our customers with pride, integrity, and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that set us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
"Have put cards at local gathering place, recommendation on Nextdoor for Nehalem Valley. Daniel "takes care of business" in the best sense of the phrase. He is welcome on our property anytime."
Diane J on February 2025
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Fast Turnaround. Great Service. Helpful advise for our kitchen remodeling project. Definitely recommend."
Luminita G on December 2023
You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!
"Fast Turnaround. Great Service. Helpful advise for our kitchen remodeling project. Definitely recommend."
Luminita G on December 2023
Aldercrest Construction, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"Very quick response a great communication throughout the entire project. The crew was great at asking questions along the way and made a number of suggestions to improve the outcome and find some savings as well. Would highly recommend with no reservations. We are extreemly happy with the results. I will use them again for upcoming projects."
Dennis R on October 2019
Aldercrest Construction, Inc., is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Please give us a call today!
"Very quick response a great communication throughout the entire project. The crew was great at asking questions along the way and made a number of suggestions to improve the outcome and find some savings as well. Would highly recommend with no reservations. We are extreemly happy with the results. I will use them again for upcoming projects."
Dennis R on October 2019
With over 20 years experience in the excavation industry, NW Builders Company Inc is your industry expert in St. Paul and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
With over 20 years experience in the excavation industry, NW Builders Company Inc is your industry expert in St. Paul and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in hot tub removal, boulder removal or placement, moving wood carvings, root balls, concrete pieces, steel art work, stone art work, concrete art work, scrap steel, logs for custom cutting, burls, estate clean up, construction clean up, log removal, semi trailer and large equipment demolition, big tires, empty propane tanks, spas, smaller eco blocks, defensible fire space around your house, clean up junk, big yard debris. As a local company based out of Carlton, Oregon we service within around 30 miles around our community - serving Portland, Salem, Lincoln City, McMinnville, Tualatin, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Forest Grove, Sherwood, Wilsonville, Newberg and everywhere in between! Offering 10% for Veterans. Before your body has a flaw, call the claw! We look forward to earning your business!
"He moved all of the basalt columns efficiently and even came back to roll out the tread marks and rake up the yard as needed. "
Beth L on January 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in hot tub removal, boulder removal or placement, moving wood carvings, root balls, concrete pieces, steel art work, stone art work, concrete art work, scrap steel, logs for custom cutting, burls, estate clean up, construction clean up, log removal, semi trailer and large equipment demolition, big tires, empty propane tanks, spas, smaller eco blocks, defensible fire space around your house, clean up junk, big yard debris. As a local company based out of Carlton, Oregon we service within around 30 miles around our community - serving Portland, Salem, Lincoln City, McMinnville, Tualatin, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Forest Grove, Sherwood, Wilsonville, Newberg and everywhere in between! Offering 10% for Veterans. Before your body has a flaw, call the claw! We look forward to earning your business!
"He moved all of the basalt columns efficiently and even came back to roll out the tread marks and rake up the yard as needed. "
Beth L on January 2025
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle all of your concrete needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Evolution Contractors, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We had our job scheduled. When the day came to start, no one showed up. I called, text and emailed for three days straight, with no response. I finally got a call, he had a family emergency, I understand that, he said my team is finishing another job, and will be there next week. The following week, no one showed. After more calls, texts, emails, finally got a answer, they would be there the next monday. They actually showed up. If you want your contractor to communicate with you, this is not the company to choose."
Gordon H on September 2024
With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home. We handle all of your concrete needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Evolution Contractors, LLC a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"We had our job scheduled. When the day came to start, no one showed up. I called, text and emailed for three days straight, with no response. I finally got a call, he had a family emergency, I understand that, he said my team is finishing another job, and will be there next week. The following week, no one showed. After more calls, texts, emails, finally got a answer, they would be there the next monday. They actually showed up. If you want your contractor to communicate with you, this is not the company to choose."
Gordon H on September 2024
G&G BUILDING LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"New construction home foundation dig out was done by G&G building, great communication skills and acted fast did a great job working with the concrete contractor as well."
kobe m on February 2025
G&G BUILDING LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today! is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"New construction home foundation dig out was done by G&G building, great communication skills and acted fast did a great job working with the concrete contractor as well."
kobe m on February 2025
Building site preparation and clearings FAQs
A professional team can clear an acre of land in as little as two to twelve hours, depending on your land's condition. You'll need to consider factors like vegetation density, terrain features, and obstacles such as trees, stumps, rocks, or existing structures can increase the time required. If your land is heavily wooded or has uneven terrain, expect the process to take longer and require more effort.
If you're looking to clear land for a pasture, expect to pay between $400 and $600 per acre for forestry mulching or $500 to $5,600 per acre for conventional land clearing. When choosing a method, consider:
Forestry Mulching: Leaves organic material in the soil, promoting new ground cover growth.
Conventional Clearing: You might lose valuable topsoil during this process.
A land-clearing project typically involves several key steps to prepare your property for construction or landscaping. First, assess your land and obtain any necessary permits from your local building department. Then, professionals use specialized equipment to remove trees, stumps, brush, and vegetation. After clearing, they haul away debris and may perform grading to level the land, ensuring it's ready for your intended use.
Preparing land to build a house typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000, depending on your land's size and condition. This includes clearing space for the foundation, which may involve removing trees, stumps, brush, and leveling or grading the site. Don't forget to budget for additional costs like permits, fees, and installing utility connections such as gas lines, water lines, and sewer mains.
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